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Prayer times in Soweto, South Africa today
Check prayer times and today’s Athan (Adhan, Adan) in Soweto: Fajr, Dhuhr, Asr, Maghrib, Isha, the next prayer, qibla direction, and the city’s daily reference timings.
The next prayer in Soweto today is Fajr at 05:08, and today's Fajr prayer time in Soweto is 05:08 in the local city time zone.
Check prayer times in Soweto, South Africa today with adhan times, Fajr, Dhuhr, Asr, Maghrib, Isha, qibla direction, and a quick weekly prayer schedule.
Time zoneGMT+2
Calculation methodMuslim World League
Gregorian date todayFriday, April 17, 2026
Hijri date today29 Shawwāl 1447 AH
City coordinates-26.2678, 27.8585
Page publishedApril 17, 2026 at 7:53 PM
Page updatedApril 17, 2026 at 8:08 PM
Prayer times today
7-day prayer times table for Soweto
| Day | Fajr | Sunrise | Dhuhr | Asr | Maghrib | Isha |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Friday, April 17, 2026 | 05:08 | 06:25 | 12:08 | 15:25 | 17:51 | 19:03 |
| Saturday, April 18, 2026 | 05:09 | 06:26 | 12:08 | 15:24 | 17:50 | 19:03 |
| Sunday, April 19, 2026 | 05:09 | 06:26 | 12:08 | 15:24 | 17:49 | 19:02 |
| Monday, April 20, 2026 | 05:09 | 06:27 | 12:08 | 15:23 | 17:48 | 19:01 |
| Tuesday, April 21, 2026 | 05:10 | 06:27 | 12:07 | 15:22 | 17:47 | 19:00 |
| Wednesday, April 22, 2026 | 05:10 | 06:28 | 12:07 | 15:22 | 17:46 | 18:59 |
| Thursday, April 23, 2026 | 05:11 | 06:28 | 12:07 | 15:21 | 17:45 | 18:58 |
Visitor guide
Prayer times and adhan schedule in Soweto, South Africa
This page helps visitors looking for prayer times in Soweto, South Africa today or the next adhan time. The next prayer right now is Fajr at 05:08 in the city’s local time zone.
You can review today’s full schedule from Fajr to Isha, plus sunrise, imsak, and a 7-day overview to plan prayer times in Soweto more easily.
Soweto is a city in South Africa, and this page uses the local time zone GMT+2 together with the Muslim World League calculation method to show daily prayer times.
Friday prayer and khutbah
The next Friday prayer in Soweto for Friday, April 17, 2026 uses a Friday adhan at 12:08, a khutbah start at 12:18, and a Jumua prayer start around 12:48.
If you are specifically searching for Juma time, Jumua iqama, or Friday khutbah in Soweto, this section gives a quick reference while keeping the daily Dhuhr row separate.
Quick highlights
Next prayer: Fajr at 05:08.
Today’s Fajr time: 05:08.
Today’s Maghrib adhan: 17:51.
A 7-day timetable helps you track upcoming prayer times more easily.
How timings are calculated
How prayer times are calculated in Soweto and why they change
Prayer times in Soweto, South Africa follow the local time zone GMT+2 and the calculation method Muslim World League. This is why timings shift day by day as the sun’s position changes through the year.
This page uses the city-wide reference for Soweto, based on the Muslim World League calculation method, the local time zone GMT+2, and the city coordinates -26.2678, 27.8585.
Daily changes in Fajr, Maghrib, and Isha are normal because each prayer is tied to sunrise, solar noon, sunset, and twilight angles. That is why choosing the right city and checking the latest timetable matters in Soweto.
Adhan time in Soweto is calculated from the sun's position and the sunrise and sunset angles, which is why timings shift slightly across the seasons.
Quick highlights
Displayed calculation method: Muslim World League.
Local city time zone: GMT+2.
Displayed city coordinates: -26.2678, 27.8585.
Visible page update time: April 17, 2026 at 8:08 PM.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about prayer times in Soweto
Quick answers for common visitor questions.
What are the prayer times in Soweto, South Africa today?
This page shows Fajr, Dhuhr, Asr, Maghrib, and Isha prayer times in Soweto, South Africa for Friday, April 17, 2026 (29 Shawwāl 1447 AH), together with sunrise, imsak, and a 7-day overview.
What is the next prayer time and adhan time in Soweto?
The next prayer right now is Fajr at 05:08 based on the city’s local time zone, and the top panel also shows a live countdown until the next adhan.
What is the qibla direction in Soweto?
The qibla direction from Soweto toward Makkah is approximately north at 15° from north, and you can combine that with your phone compass for finer alignment.
Does this page cover prayer times for neighborhoods, villages, and smaller areas linked to Soweto?
Yes. This page keeps the city-wide prayer time reference for Soweto while also mentioning local names such as Bagale, Dobsonville, Eden Glen Ext 60, Glenharvie, Magaliesburg, Modderfontein, Muldersdriseloop, Randvaal, Tshiawelo, Walkerville, Western Areas, Zola to reflect the wider local area around the city.
Mosques
Known mosques in Soweto
This starter list highlights some known mosques in Soweto, South Africa. It adds useful local context for visitors looking for prayer times, qibla direction, and mosque names on one page.
6 known mosque names are listed for this city.
The Masjid E Ashraf page presents Fajr, Dhuhr, Asr, Maghrib, and Isha prayer times with iqama and Jumu'ah details for Soweto.
District: Johannesburg Ward 10
This page presents daily prayer times, iqama details, and Jumu'ah information for Mosque Lenasia Eidgah, serving worshippers around Johannesburg Ward 10 in Soweto.
Location: Lenasia Eidgah, Nirvana Drive West, Johannesburg Ward 10, Lenasia, 1821, South Africa
District: Johannesburg Ward 10
The Masjid ash-Shākirīn page gathers daily prayer times and Friday prayer details for the Johannesburg Ward 10 area for visitors following the mosque pages in Soweto.
Location: Masjid ash-Shākirīn, 83 Penguin Avenue, Johannesburg Ward 10, Lenasia, 1821, South Africa
The Masjid Al-Fatah page presents Fajr, Dhuhr, Asr, Maghrib, and Isha prayer times with iqama and Jumu'ah details for Soweto.
Location: 116 Nirvana Service Road, Lenasia
The Masjid Shaikh Abdul Qadir Jilani page gathers daily prayer times and Friday prayer details for visitors following the mosque pages in Soweto.
Location: 20 Athimsa Crescent, Lenasia
District: Johannesburg Ward 8
The Saaberie Chishty Masjid page gathers daily prayer times and Friday prayer details for the Johannesburg Ward 8 area for visitors following the mosque pages in Soweto.
Location: Saaberie Chishty Masjid, 23 Oak Avenue, Johannesburg Ward 8, Lenasia, 1827, South Africa
Phone: +2711 854 3166